About Chuck W.

You've always wanted to play the flute; now's your chance! Learn all the tips to finding your sound in the instrument. We will play in all keys and styles to suit your interests and help your love of music grow!

About Chuck

*** Lesson Details ***My lessons are custom-oriented to your goals. You will learn confidence in your abilities to perform well and have fun. I will train your mental toolkit, while steering you toward the digital and real-world tools you need to achieve musical success.

Working towards clearly defined goals in a low-pressure, focused environment, my students reach their maximum potential quickly and with confidence. With my expertise and your dedication, we'll have fun and you'll come away from each lesson with something new to work on.

You already enjoy listening to music, now it's time to enjoy making it!

***About Me***I've appeared on recordings with dozens of rock, pop, jazz, and classical groups, and perform on a variety of instruments and styles throughout the Boston area.

It is a treat to share music with others, and my lessons are fun, challenging, and engaging.

Thanks for stopping by to look at my profile! Let's hang out and do music things.

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Reviews

Alex Y. August 6, 2015·Saxophone·Online

Chuck is very patient and very knowledgeable, and he has a way to let the kids to absorb quickly. My son can already play 30 short songs on Saxophone and Guitar after only 5 lessons.

Cameron S. July 21, 2015·Saxophone·In home

Chuck was on time, professional and my son really enjoyed his first lesson. Chuck was able to quickly figure out where my son was in the learning process so that they could get started right away. Excellent teacher!

Jeff July 17, 2015·Guitar·In home

Chuck was terrific with both my five year old son learning to play for the first time and my more experienced husband learning to refine his skills and progress further with theory. He is excellent with children and my son keeps asking if he can come everyday.

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Chuck W.

Hanover, MA 02339

(19)

starting at

$40
/ 30-min

About Kristin M.

We will work from the bottom up, starting with proper breathing and warm up exercises. Scale work and technical drills are made fun through games and other means to keep things interesting :)Repertoire work will be chosen according to experience level after basic assessment, we can work together to find something you enjoy playing. Basic theory and music history will be addressed naturally as we work through new pieces!

I am more than happy to work on any other music you are currently playing for school or other ensembles.

Let's have fun and work hard!

About Kristin

Hello!

I received a Bachelor's in Music Education and Performance from Drake University in Flute and Piano. Currently pursuing a Master's in Music Therapy.

At Drake, I received a musical scholarship covering 80% of my tuition costs. I was also honored to sit as Principal Flute in both the Drake Symphony Orchestra and the Drake Wind Symphony, the top performing groups at the University.

I started to play the flute and piano in second grade, and my love and passion for music have only grown and matured since then.

I enjoy sharing what I've learned, and learning from my students as well.

I am excited and thrilled by the opportunity to work with you!

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Reviews

Brandon M. August 2, 2017·Piano·In home

Incredibly enthusiastic and attentive. Highly recommended!

Lou H. July 27, 2017·Piano·In studio

Great first lesson! Kristin is very patient, and clear with her instructions.

Diane July 4, 2017·Piano·In home

My first piano lesson turned out to be so much more than I could have ever expected. My teacher, Kristin is so engaged in the lesson and so very well prepared. We covered so much in such a short time. She made every minute both fun and informative while providing a very friendly environment in her studio. I feel very fortunate to have found such a really competent music teacher.

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About Stephanie M.

Instruction for fundamentals and techniques of flute as a primary instrument (or doubling instrument) in both classical and jazz styles.

About Stephanie

Hello, and thank you for your interest!

My name is Stephanie, I am a teaching-artist from El Paso, Texas. I currently reside, perform and teach in the Boston and greater Boston area.

I am a recent graduate of The New England Conservatory of Music with my Masters in Saxophone Performance. I received my Bacherlors in Music Education from New Mexico State University.

“A teaching artist, by definition, is a two-career professional: a working artist and a working educator. As a working artist is they are involved in an ongoing process of discovery, problem solving, discipline and refinement of skills in their discipline. As a working educator, it is essential that the artist is also developing a knowledge base and skills to be an effective partner in education. Achieving a meaningful balance between these two professions, whereby one

feeds the other, is an ongoing process that requires a deepening awareness for the teaching artist of what their teaching brings to their art and what their art teaches them about learning.”

I am devoted and dedicated to helping find each of my students strengths, weaknesses and style of learning. Once I have identified these traits, I am able to develop lessons and repertoire that helps each students become the most efficient learner and best musician they can be.

I pride myself in creating a fun and safe learning environment in which I establish a firm musical foundation for my students. Lessons include: scales, etudes, articulation, dynamic and sight reading exercises, standard saxophone repertoire, recording and analyzing performances, saxophone/music history lessons, and exploration of the sounds, genres and artists of the saxophone.

Simultaneously, my students cultivate many other skills while learning how to play saxophone. Students enhance their fine motor skills and ability to memorize, students increase their overall self-confidence and become self-sufficient and creative problem solvers. I am passionate about educating and empowering my students and I enjoy connecting with a wide array of musicians of all ages, playing levels and backgrounds.

Feel free to contact me to inquire about lessons, I hope to hear from you soon!

Stephanie

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Paige June 19, 2017·Saxophone·Online

My first lesson was great. Stephanie is patient and makes you feel comfortable.

Billie May 7, 2017·Saxophone·In studio

Stephanie is not only an incredible saxophonist, but a great teacher as well. She's cheerful and upbeat and really encouraging! I really enjoyed working with her over the course of a semester on a directed goal. I found her teaching methodology to be very flexible and she was open to finding different ways to help me learn to play a vibrato. I also learned many technical details about playing saxophone that surprised me and made me a better player. I would recommend her with enthusiasm.

Cynthia April 15, 2017·Audition Prep·In studio

Very patient!!!!

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Stephanie M.

Boston, MA 02115

(8)

starting at

$45
/ 30-min

About Jessica S.

Flute lessons from a kind, encouraging, and dedicated teacher. All ages and abilities welcome!

About Jessica

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate player, or adult - Jessica can create a custom, enjoyable lesson for you or your child! With over ten years of experience, teaching is one of Jessica's greatest passions as a musician. She believes that private lessons are one of the best ways to enrich the learning of music. Her lessons provide a completely individualized session focused on expression, confidence, technique, and an overall love of music.

Jessica is an active flutist residing in Somerville, MA. She holds a master's degree in flute performance from Ithaca College and a bachelor's degree in flute performance from Eastern Michigan University.

Throughout her career, Jessica has been honored with music recognitions including: 2015 grant recipient from the Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County, winner of the 2010 Willi

am Stewart Concerto Competition, winner of the 2011 Manilow Soloist Competition, and featured soloist at the Huron Valley Council for the Arts Recital. Jessica has performed with the Ithaca New Music Collective, Ithaca College Contemporary Ensemble, Ithaca College Symphony Orchestra, Cayuga Chamber Orchestra, and the Eastern Michigan University Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble.

When not making music and teaching, Jessica enjoys spending time with her husband and her small pups, Lyla and Luna. She enjoys crafting, hiking, reading, and discovering.

With over ten years of experience, teaching is one of Jessica's greatest passions as a musician. She believes that private lessons are one of the best ways to enrich the learning of music. Her lessons provide a completely individualized session focused on expression, confidence, technique, and an overall love of music.

Jessica offers lessons for all ages and abilities in 30-min, 45-min, or 60-min lessons. Please contact Jessica for rates and scheduling.

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Reviews

Cynthia July 24, 2017·Flute·In home

Jessica is great! On time, friendly and patient with my 11 year old. I would definitely recommend her for flute lessons.

Xi May 11, 2017·Flute·In home

Wonderful teacher! My kid likes so much! Highly recommend.

linda January 22, 2016·Flute·In studio

Ms. Smith has been instructing my daughter for the past three years. She has take A from an enthusiastic middle school band member to a passionate flutist. Jessica connects with her students and inspires them to always strive for the best. When we were ready to move from the rental to an owned instrument this year, she provided insight and guidance so that we were able to select an instrument that will help our daughter achieve her dreams.

Jessica S.

Jessica S.

About Tegan S.

Must provide own flute -- I am willing to help find a beginner instrument.

Beginner flutists will learn to read music, and begin by learning the parts of the instrument, and the fundamentals of breathing and posture, with simple songs soon to follow.

Intermediate flutists will expand their repertoire and technique, and begin work on important orchestral excerpts and solos, with an eye towards competition. Piccolo may be explored at this point, if the player is interested.

Advanced flutists will continue to polish technique and expanding their repertoire, with a focus towards audition preparation and competition. Further piccolo work or alto/bass flute may be explored at this point.

About Tegan

I have taught private instruction and group instruction in such varied subjects as Music Theory/Ear Training, Woodwinds, and Crochet. I completed a B.A. of Music at University of Massachusetts - Boston, in August, 2014. As a working musician, I currently perform oboe with the Brockton Symphony Orchestra (Dir. James Orent) and the University of Massachusetts - Boston Chamber Orchestra (Dir. Dr. Jon C. Mitchell). I have most recently studied under Dr. Emilian Badea in both Oboe and Accordion, with Bulent Guneralp in Piano and Voice, and with Dr. David Patterson for Music Theory, Ear Training, Arrangement and Composition. Music has been an important part of my life for over 20 years.

For information regarding my approach to instruction of a specific subject, please click on the name of the subject listed above for a full description.

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s I do not have access to a car, I prefer that students come to my home studio in Somerville, or that they be within public transit options.

N.B. I own a dog, so for those with allergies, it might be best to meet in your own home.

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Reviews

Gauri A. January 29, 2016·Piano·In home

My daughter simply loves her piano class. Thanks for making the class so interesting

Peter M. October 24, 2015·Sewing·In studio

Tegan was very helpful. After just 30min lesson, i left with more skill and confidence.

Heather M. October 16, 2015·Crocheting·In home

Tegan is such a great teacher, she is very patient and helped me learn two stitches my first lesson! I finished my first ream of yarn and I'm excited for more lessons.

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Tegan S.

Somerville, MA 02145

(9)

starting at

$25
/ 30-min

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About Jacob S.

I am happy to teach beginning band students in grades 4-6. I work with a variety of method books and can cater instruction to help young students have success with producing quality sound, understanding basic note reading concepts and caring for the instrument.

About Jacob

Hello! I am an elementary general music, chorus and band teacher in Swampscott, Massachusetts. I recently graduated from Gordon College with a B.M. in Music Education. My primary instruments are saxophone and bass guitar, but I also teach beginning band, piano and guitar lessons for students of all ages. I am passionate about jazz and classical saxophone as well as all styles of music for bass guitar, from hip hop and R&B to country and blues. Piano lessons available in home on electric keyboard, but otherwise I must travel to you for all other lessons.

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Jacob S.

Beverly, MA 01915

starting at

$35
/ 30-min

About Alexander H.

We will focus on sound development first and solidify a good base for flute sound production. We will work on reading music, playing a variety of styles, and developing fluency on the instrument. Some time will also be spent on ear training to help mature the ear, and develop a comfortable relationship with the flute.

About Alexander

I have been teaching and playing music professionally for a little over 5 years. I have performed a variety of genres from Indy, Pop, Latin Jazz, Avant-garde, Jazz, blues and rock to classical styles in Chicago, New York, Dallas, Tokyo, Seoul, and Bangkok. I graduated cum laude from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music before moving to Korea and then Thailand to teach and play music and to teach English, Literature, and ESL classes in a variety of schools. I taught music to students in middle school and high school at the International Pioneers School in Bangkok, Thailand before relocating to Boston in late 2015. I approach music with a goal of creating a solid Aural foundation so that students can explore and enjoy any styles that they seek to master. I mix in a variety of schools of teaching, with a heav

y improvisational anchor and ear training.

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Alexander H.

Brighton, MA 02135

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About Eileen W.

Whether you're starting up on the flute in school or on your own, getting the fundamentals of the flute down is essential to making music. For the more advanced woodwind players, learning to double on the flute opens up many doors for gigs.

About Eileen

Hello! My name is Eileen and I am a music teacher and musician. I grew up on the South Shore and moved to New York City where I taught music and played the clarinet, mostly in classical settings like orchestras and chamber ensembles. My favorite way to make music is doubling on all clarinets, flute and sax in musical theater pits. I've played a lot of shows both in New York and here in Massachusetts.

As a public school music teacher, I play a lot of guitar and ukulele. I've started ukulele and guitar programs in both elementary and middle schools. These programs were recognized through grants awarded by the College Board, Guitar Center, and the Fender Foundation.

I love making music with my students, friends and family. I've had the privilege of working with many wonderful musicians over the years and I look forward to growing my s

tudio here in Hanover.

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Eileen W.

Hanover, MA 02339

starting at

$35
/ 30-min

About Perry E.

Hi! My name is Perry and I am a recently-graduated flutist from the Eastman School of Music where I was trained in orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber music, and solo repertoire. I believe in a goal-based approach to studying music and the flute. Students of all ages and experience levels can expect that I will guide them to their individual goals at their own pace. I really love to teach and help students find their own journey through music and enrich all parts of their lives!

About Perry

Hi! My name is Perry and I have been playing flute for over twelve years. I recently graduated from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York studying Flute Performance under the tutelage of Bonita Boyd. I have recently moved to Boston to begin my career freelancing and teaching before eventually pursuing Graduate studies. While at Eastman, I performed eight full solo recitals, demonstrating an eclectic range of repertoire from solo works, to unusual chamber pieces with interesting instrumentations, and concerti with full orchestral accompaniment.

From very early on in my time playing the flute, I pushed myself to compete festival auditions, competitions, and recitals. These experiences give me great insight for teaching younger students wishing to pursue flute competitively or more casually!

Over the course of my playing

career, I have experienced a variety of performance injuries involving my hands, arms, and torso. Through these experiences, I have gained experience in injury prevention and recovery relevant to flutists at all ages and levels. This has helped me develop more efficient and healthy approach to my own playing and greatly informed my teaching methods in the process.

My musical experiences make me well suited for teaching students of all ages to achieve individual goals. I loved the teaching I did as a part of the Eastman Community Music School and I love sharing all that I have learned with others! Being a very organized and structured person, I generally propose a steady practice regimen based on both long term goals and short term achievements! I also believe in letting students go at their own pace and constantly adjusting those milestones as required. I believe that the ultimate goal of any teacher is to give the student the means to teach themselves. This philosophy places great emphasis on practicing techniques to make students more self-aware and able to trust themselves in the practice room. Thank you so much for reading and feel free to contact me with any questions!

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Perry E.

Brighton, MA 02135

starting at

$35
/ 30-min

About Mary Y.

My teaching style is based on exploration. Exploration of how the student in front of me best learns. I focus on physical, mental and problem solving. My goal is to have my students master the basics and understand how to go beyond them without my guidance. As a result, I love starting lesson with improvisation on the scale we are learning. Next we look at an etude and maybe even create our own exercises based on the students weakness with that scale or etude. We will also work on pieces.

About Mary

Currently, Mary is teaching and performing in Boston. She finished her Master of Music in flute performance at the Hartt School in May 2016, where she studied with New York City Opera flutist Janet Arms. Mary received her Bachelor of Music in flute performance from Chapman University’s Hall-Musco Conservatory of Music studying with local Orange County artist Mary Palchak.

Mary has a teaching style that focuses both on technique and musicality as well as physical well being. Not only is she interested in giving her students excellent musicianship and finger agility, she also is very interested in making sure that her pupils play comfortably and sustainably. Mary strives to create a fun, friendly, and rewarding environment for both beginner and advanced students.

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"Pleasant, knowledgeable, patient."

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Review by Warren

"More than met my expectations, Kristin quelled my anxieties, quickly built rapport and built a solid base on just our first lesson."

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Review by Jourdan

"Kristin is terrific! I so look forward to working with her and getting back into the flute.Her instructions and suggestions have already improved my lif

e, and I have plenty of challenges ahead. Lessons with Kristin will be fun and productive."

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Review by Cynthia

"Jessica is great! On time, friendly and patient with my 11 year old. I would definitely recommend her for flute lessons."

Boston, MA teacher:
Jessica S.

Review by Ruby

"Kristin is open, patient, fun, flexible and just an over all fantastic teacher. We are so happy to have found her!"

Boston, MA teacher:
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Review by Tyler

"Kristin has been one of the best instructors that I've ever had. I started flute lessons with her with a lot of bad habits picked up from an instructor a

t the school was I was attending. I didn't know that they were bad until Kristin walked me through why they were bad. She helped me break the habits, and since then I've been doing much better. I haven't tripped up as much as I used to, and I really do attribute it to her. Now I just need to practice more. She's very patient, always with a smile on her face, and made me feel very comfortable, whether it was at her home or mine. She has also been very flexible with my schedule.

I would recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone!"

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Boston, MA teacher:
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Review by Jan

"Tegan is a very talented, knowledgeable, supportive instructor. My first impression...and lesson...were positive! She is both patient and instructive."

Boston, MA teacher:
Tegan S.

Review by linda

"Ms. Smith has been instructing my daughter for the past three years. She has take A from an enthusiastic middle school band member to a passionate flutist

. Jessica connects with her students and inspires them to always strive for the best. When we were ready to move from the rental to an owned instrument this year, she provided insight and guidance so that we were able to select an instrument that will help our daughter achieve her dreams."

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